End of the conveyor belt: residents of Krummnussbaum breathe to

End of the conveyor belt: residents of Krummnussbaum breathe to

The planned conveyor belt, which was to lead from Persenbeug-Gottsdorf to Krummnussbaum, has now been officially discontinued. This decision delighted many citizens in the area, in particular the members of the “Pro Nibelungengau” citizens' initiative, who fought against the project for months. Their main concern was a possible increase in noise and dust through the operation of the new conveyor belt, which should transport materials from a hard stone.

Even before the municipal council election, the protests of the initiative had gained intensity, which also resulted in support from politics. Political actors took the concerns of the citizens seriously and campaigned for a review of the project. The successful commitment of the citizens' initiative ultimately led to the decision to put the conveyor belt project on hold.

The resistance of the citizens

The concerns of the residents were diverse and ranged from potential health risks to the effects on the quality of life. Noise and dust loads would not have been a challenge for the immediate surroundings. The “Pro Nibelungengau” citizens' initiative was relieved after the decision and celebrated success as a sign that civil engagement can make a difference. It became clear that the voices of the community were heard in this case and even mobilized political support.

The adoption of the project is seen as an important victory for the initiative, which had dealt intensively with the risks of the conveyor belt over the months. Due to the confirmation of the project statement, the minds in Krummnussbaum relax, where many residents were concerned, what their future would look like without the conveyor belt.

For a region that is strongly dependent on its natural environment, the decision not to build the conveyor belt represents both a relief and a certainty that local issues can flow into decision -making processes. The topic will continue to be discussed in the long term, especially with regard to future projects that may bring similar challenges.

For further information on the background of this decision and the further developments, See the current reporting on www.noen.at .